I just purchased the equalizer a week ago but have not had time to climb with ityet.
The standattaches to the tree easier and much quieter than my summit viper.
The equalizer feels much lighter on my back than the viper.
I cannot comment on the comfort of the equalizer untilItake it hunting.
I can say that the viper is comfortableenough for an all day hunt.
I do plan on taking the equalizer and my video camera out in a few days fora trial run.